The victim was identified as Helena Vera Otto, 92, Pesisir Barat fire official Cahyadi said.
He said the fire broke out at around 3:30 a.m., and firefighters were dispatched after receiving reports from residents.
Upon arrival, officers were informed by the homeowner that one person was still trapped inside.
"According to the homeowner, an elderly foreign woman was still inside her room during the fire," Cahyadi said.
"After the fire was extinguished, her body was found on the floor beside the bed," he added.
The body was later evacuated and taken to a nearby health facility for further examination after being identified by police.
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